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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Paraphimosis

ICD-10 Coding for Paraphimosis

N47.2

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for paraphimosis includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Trapped foreskin
Foreskin entrapment
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Paraphimosis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Paraphimosis

Use ICD-10 code N47.2 for paraphimosis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Paraphimosis

Billable Code
N47.2
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of trapped foreskin behind glans with edema
documentation:
  • • Explicit mention of 'paraphimosis' in the clinical note

Applicable To

  • • Foreskin trapped behind glans

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation explicitly states 'paraphimosis' to avoid confusion with phimosis.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

L03.211

Cellulitis of penis

Use if there is documented infection or cellulitis associated with paraphimosis.

R02

Gangrene

Use if necrosis or gangrene is documented.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for paraphimosis?

The ICD-10 code for paraphimosis is N47.2. This code is used when the foreskin is trapped behind the glans and cannot be reduced manually.

How is paraphimosis treated?

Paraphimosis is typically treated by manually reducing the foreskin back over the glans. In severe cases, surgical intervention may be necessary.

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